Let's make this birthday one to remember.

44 years old (Born on October 17, 1980)

Happy Birthday, Kareem Mortimer! May your day float by as smoothly as your acclaimed 2007 film "Float," and may the celebrations be even more vibrant than the colorful characters you've brought to life on screen. Your fearless storytelling has given voice to powerful themes of identity, sexuality, and discrimination—making us laugh, cry, and think deeply all at once.

From navigating stormy seas in "Wind Jammers" (2010) to boldly exploring complex human experiences through cinema, you continue inspiring audiences worldwide. Here's hoping this year brings you plenty of popcorn-worthy moments filled with laughter—and perhaps fewer retakes! Cheers to another fantastic chapter ahead!